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Clinton Easily Wins West Virginia's Primary
New York Sen. Hillary Clinton won a landslide victory in West Virginia's Democratic primary Tuesday, defeating Illinois Sen. Barack Obama by a margin of more than 2 to 1. Still, Obama's loss is unlikely to change the trajectory of the race.
Sichuan Quake Claims 12,000; Rescuers Scrambling
Rescue workers in central China were trying to clear rubble from schools and flattened homes Tuesday as they searched for survivors from the deadliest earthquake to hit the country in three decades. At least 12,000 are reported dead and 19,000 more are feared buried under debris.
McCain Targets Independents with 'Green' Effort
Sen. John McCain's recent emphasis on his approach to climate change signals a break with Bush administration policy. He hopes in part to sway Pacific Northwest voters — and independents elsewhere.
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Rauschenberg Shifted Path of American Art
Robert Rauschenberg, one of the most influential artists of his generation, has died at 82. A man of seemingly limitless imagination, Rauschenberg created works of great beauty out of objects that most people would overlook.
Pop Artist Robert Rauschenberg Dies
The artist, famous for using found objects in his work, was 82. His most famous work, "Bed," was painted on a quilt using paint, toothpaste and fingernail polish.
Robot Performs with Yo-Yo Ma
Music critics sometimes slam symphony conductors for their overly robotic approach. When the Detroit Symphony performs Tuesday with soloist Yo-Yo Ma, that criticism won't be a criticism. The DSO will be led by Honda's ASIMO robot.
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Clinton Promises Local Crowd She'll Keep Fighting
Hillary Clinton returned to Oregon last night with a stop at the fairgrounds in Central Point, just outside of Medford. The Senator from New York made it clear she plans to stick with her campaign at least through Oregon’s primary on May 20. Jessica Robinson has more.
Clinton Courts Rural Voters
In recent primaries, Hillary Clinton has fared especially well with rural voters. She's hoping to repeat her success in Oregon. Clinton is making a stop in Central Point on Thursday. It comes on the heels of an unusual outreach effort here. Chris Lehman reports from Jacksonville.
Couple's Effort Keeps 136-Year-Old Mill Churning
The only water-powered flour mill west of the Mississippi sits along Butte Creek in Eagle Point, Ore. In 2005, an adventurous couple from Portland bought the historic landmark. As Julia Sommer reports, they've poured their life savings, heart, soul and ingenuity into renovating the mill.
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A New Animal Shelter Takes Root in the Applegate Valley
...The Oregon Animal Sanctuary, which officially opened this March, is nestled along the upper reaches of the Applegate River south of Ruch...
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Will Radio Survive?
Tuned In
May 2008
It was 1954. Radio was slightly more than 30 years old and, during that time, had become a phenomenally successful business and the nation’s major entertainment industry...
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The Common Green: Evolution by Necessity
The buildings we live and work in consume 40% of resources and emit 50% of greenhouse gases. Through their heating, cooling and the manufacturing of the building materials themselves, these buildings use more energy than cars
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